31/03/2019: Made to feel comfortable and welcome from the moment we stepped in. The aromas of the food made us feel very hungry. The food was presented beautifully and tasted equally as beautiful. No rush, food all cooked to order, hence a little wait, but all ran by 1 man and obviously the fabulous cook. Will definitely be going back again.

22/03/2019: Nice food, friendly staff, enjoyed!

17/04/2019: Our first visit to Burrs, wow food amazing, staff very attentive. We will definitely be coming back again.

17/04/2019: Wow what can we say we had 40 people for our pearl anniversary meal and had there set menu which is excellent value for money. The food was absolutely delicious and hot, the front of house team were very friendly and efficient nothing was too much trouble. The atmosphere was fantastic. This has to be one of the finest restaurants on the IOW. We will be back. Thank yo so much team Burrs for looking after us so well

18/04/2019: The staff really went out of their way to firstly prepare a menu that is a little different then to deliver amazing food. It was very tasty in a relaxed environment. They were very happy to amend the menu to suit different diets. Will definitely visit again when I’m on the Isle of Wight.

17/04/2019: Went for a couple of days to shanklin to celebrate my 60th birthday & lucked out with this excellent restaurant for an evening meal - I had checked the menu the night before and pre-booked as looked busy- as soon as we walked through the door we were greeted pleasantly, we were offered water straight away and asked if table was agreeable. Given time to look at menus but attentively asked if required drinks - my husband hates waiting for drinks - we ordered all 3 courses and from starter to dessert I cleared my plates, which is extremely unusual for me; the meal was original with home made soup, fresh ingredients and very well cooked. The service was friendly, attentive but definitely not pushy- given time before ordering desserts as requested, again without pressure. Overall experience fantastic and well recommended, worth coming back to the island just to repeat.

17/04/2019: I live in London and I must say this is definitely quality and value for your money....and great service..CHEF Kadian.....

14/04/2019: Delicious food prepared in front of you. Menu of seasonal fare to a very high standard served in a relaxed and friendly setting. Price very reasonable for such high quality food and service.

13/04/2019: Not long ago we moved into Hurst, a lovely village with a big community heart. Having recently moved from Guildford we have tried many and various restaurants locally and London. We Booked The Fig Tree last minute, surprised they were able to squeeze us in we thought that may be indicative of a village restaurant on a Thursday evening expectations were realistic.....we arrived into an intimate and cosy restaurant were seated away from the window, (good as it was s freezing winter evening) and were given the menu. We could not have been more surprised. The service was excellent, the food was outstanding, my partner and I both both had the taster menu which meant the food just kept coming. The presentation and taste were Michelin quality. It is excellent value, don’t get me wrong it is not chain restaurant cheap but equally it is not overpriced. For a special occasion or simply just because you can, then give it a go this restaurant is outstanding and ticks every box. We have subsequently revisited and were not disappointed.

08/04/2019: An unbelievable experience. Presentation always first class as is the cooking. An underrated top class meal to spoil yourself or someone you love

19/04/2019: We only managed 3 visits this year (out of 6 days, that's poor!) but every time, the service is with a smile, the tasters (to help you choose) are generously offered and the ice cream is AMAZING!

13/04/2019: My daughter and I visited Crave in Ventnor, Isle of Wight, and the ice creams really were fab! They are made on site and you purchase a tub or two to bring home (they have cool bags for sale if you need one as well). I had some sort of a tropical cone of deliciousness and my daughter had a toasted marshmallow cone. Yum!!!!

16/04/2019: So we finally got to eat here (after being turned away previously for daring to bring our son here, because they "do not allow children" after a certain time...

14/04/2019: I came here with my partner and enjoyed a superb cooked meal, quick service and excellent customer service was given.

19/04/2019: We visited the Compass eatery after seeing reviews and we were not disappointed! Alex and all his staff could not have been any more welcoming or accommodating! They explained all the menu options fully and were very attentive. Wonderful with our children and made them so welcome. We all had pancakes and one of us had the milkshake all of which was delicious! There was clean plates all round. Really generous portions and very good value. We look forward to visiting again to try the burgers next time! Thank you so much

18/04/2019: Found this cafe on trip advisor and it completely lived up to its fantastic reviews. The staff are so friendly and polite, and the food is absolutely amazing! Loved the whole experience and will definitely be back. Thanks everyone!

18/04/2019: Everything was really good. My only criticism would be that the sink tap in the ladies did not work and the service at the end of the meal wasn't great meaning we left without dessert, as it just took too long to clear plates and take our order.

17/04/2019: Really good good, been here several times and never had a complaint about the food. The menu is always being updated and all dishes appear to be chef inspired and home made. Worth a visit

14/04/2019: We were told to ‘find the awesome hot chocolate shop’ in Rye, so we did! Lots of choice in this busy little chocolaterie - lovely husband went for dark 72% and mine was milk 43% but I was torn between that one and the white chocolate amaretto one...... Anyway, on a blooming cold day, we were saved by deliciousness! Highly recommended if you are ever in Rye- easy to find near the old gateway.

13/04/2019: When I first found Knoops, I doubted the sign saying it was the finest hot chocolate but it was 100% correct. The Best Hot Chocolate Ever! I always have the 34% milk hot chocolate and drinking it out of a bowl is one of the most satisfying experiences. Good for the soul!

18/04/2019: My wife daughter and grand daughter deceided on a wednsday night to eat out ,being our last day of a short break

18/04/2019: Dropped in without a reservation based on TripAdvisor reviews and were lucky to get a table. The decor is clean, fresh, simplistic and very welcoming. Food was fantastically presented and very tasty. Six empty plates went back to the kitchen. We enjoyed every morsel. Washed down with our current favourite wine; Cote de Provence Rosé. Would highly recommend.

13/04/2019: Me lo he pasado muy bien en este pequeño y agradable restaurante vegetariano con amigos tanto a la hora del almuerzo como a la noche. La idea del almuerzo de dos platos de diferentes tamaños a dos precios diferentes es una gran idea. Platos sencillos sin complicaciones, pero no podía fallar la comida. La noche también es especial con cualquiera de las opciones del menú. . . que es más que suficiente para elegir. Los platos eran de alto nivel con un personal cálido y experimentado y obviamente un gran chef. . . . Me alegro de que vivo justo en la carretera.

08/04/2019: Disfruté mucho de mi almuerzo aquí el sábado. (Había caminado allí desde donde me estaba quedando ... aproximadamente 1 hora y 20 minutos). . Tuve un plato grande 8. 50 con diferentes ensaladas marcan claramente si son veganas, sin gluten y, si no, vegetarianas. Añadido un poco de vinagre balsámico, aceite de oliva y semillas. . Fantástico con tanto sabor y variedad de color. Opté por un chai latte vegano que era bueno y después tomé un té verde de dragón. Había una variedad de postres y elegí el pavlova vegano para llevar. . (que comí un poco más tarde con un café ... ¡fue definitivamente delicioso!). Como estaba solo, compartí la mesa con una dama para comenzar, compartimos una buena conversación y, poco después, cuando quedó a la izquierda, llegó un caballero que es un cliente habitual; Ambos disfrutaron su comida también. . definitivamente hacer libro . preciosas instalaciones abajo también!

14/04/2019: My wife and I shared a starter platter of Lobster Mac and Cheese, Scallops and Turbot all 3 were amazing, I want the recipe for the sauce In the Mac and Cheese.

19/03/2019: Called in on the off chance and a table was found immediately; we were then treated to some homemade bread , the starters ,main course & sweet were all superb as was the Vino !! Staff were very attentive and friendly, we shall return. Tim

19/04/2019: Had stop over on way to london and dropped in on impulse to have Italian .... absolutely fabulous experience.... had calamari, focaccia, two pasta and a veg pizza and each one of them was amazing followed by lip smacking tiramisu and on the house panna cotta. Great service to add on!! Definitely recommended

17/04/2019: This is the 3rd time we’ve been there for dinner and always good service, very good food and very hospitable. A nice change to the formulaic Italian chains.

07/04/2019: Seated on one of two tables by the open kitchen. I overlooked that after the first couple of courses as the food was very good indeed, also seeing the chef/owner at work was quite fascinating too.

31/03/2019: I was promised a special meal, worth the hour drive from my friends home where I was staying the weekend as a belated significant birthday celebration as they had missed the main events by vacationing. I was not disappointed in the slightest. We went for the eight course tasting menu with selected wines. A feast. Right from the first additional canapé served in an egg cup, we knew this would be special both in taste, quality and above all presentation. The Basil and Comte Waffle bread course was super light, the batter aerated before cooked. I could fill screens in description at each course but will let photos show the presentation and focus instead on the comprehensive gentle atmosphere that was also endearing. Chef Owner David is the only Male in whole team with Helen his other Chef and all others working as seamless unit. There seemed to be full occupancy but you could be forgiven for thinking you were sole present given the timing and attention. As with any pleasant evening you keep no track of time and it was late before we left but not before enjoying a few words and buying a keepsake book to hopefully inspire future fish cookery. I understand advance reservations are essential but if you do dine here you will be glad of forethought.